Will I Need to Lose Weight before Getting Breast Implants?

During your breast augmentation consultation, one of the jobs of Dr. Davis is to determine if you are a good candidate for a surgical procedure. In some cases, Dr. Davis might recommend weight loss prior to your procedure to both minimize the risk of complications during breast augmentation and to optimize your final results afterward.

In recent headlines, former Teen Mom star Kaitlyn Lowry shares that she was surprised to hear from her plastic surgeon that she should ideally lose around 50 pounds before proceeding with breast augmentation. So how common is it to have a weight loss goal prior to getting breast implants? Dr. Davis explains the ins and outs of how weight and BMI can affect breast augmentation here.

Is There a Weight Limit for Breast Augmentation?

While there is no specific weight limit for breast augmentation, your overall health and BMI (body mass index) are important factors that can help to determine if you could be a good candidate for this procedure. High BMIs can increase the risk of complications during surgery and while you recover, which is why this number is considered prior to surgery.

Dr. Davis evaluates each person individually, considering factors such as weight stability, overall health and body composition to get a more accurate depiction of your physical health and candidacy for breast enhancement. If your BMI is in the obese range, Dr. Davis may recommend reaching a certain weight loss goal before proceeding with the procedure.

Benefits of Reaching Weight Loss Goals First

Achieving a healthier weight before breast augmentation can offer several benefits. Firstly, it can reduce surgical risks and improve the healing process for a smoother recovery. Secondly, weight loss can enhance your overall breast augmentation results. Significant weight fluctuations after your procedure can affect the appearance of your breast implants, potentially leading to sagging or asymmetry. By reaching your weight loss goals before your procedure, you can help to ensure more predictable and longer-lasting results.

Finally, adopting healthy lifestyle habits to maintain a stable weight before getting breast implants can be great motivation to continue making healthy lifestyle choices well after your procedure. Many women find that this is an excellent kickstart to making changes that they’ve wanted to make for some time.

Who’s an Ideal Candidate for Breast Implants?

An ideal candidate for breast augmentation is someone who is in good physical and mental health, has realistic expectations for their final result and is at or close to their target weight. While you can certainly lose or gain some weight after getting breast implants without affecting your results, larger weight fluctuations can have unwanted effects on your final outcome. This is why taking a little time before your procedure to reach any weight loss goals you may have can be beneficial both in the short- and long-term.

If you are considering getting breast implants and have specific questions about your surgical plan or timeline, call our Nashville office at 615-327-7407 or contact us online to schedule your consultation with Dr. Davis today.

Author: Dr. Stephen M. Davis

Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Stephen M. Davis and his experienced team are committed to total patient satisfaction and excellent results. Green Hills Plastic Surgery first opened its doors in Nashville, TN in 1998 and continues to provide patients with time-honored plastic surgery procedures at TriStar Centennial Medical Center.